AAPEX Logistics: Drayage, Labor & Shipping at The Venetian Expo
The exhibitor logistics that catch teams off guard at AAPEX — drayage, union labor, and shipping to The Venetian Expo.
AAPEX opens in 4 days — Nov 3–5, 2026, Venetian Expo. Move-in usually starts one to three days before the doors open, so the booth decision is live right now.
We hold LED and modular stock in a Las Vegas warehouse, so a sharp booth is still achievable on this timeline — see last-minute booth rental for AAPEX, or send your booth size and we will tell you today what is realistic.
Dates from the official AAPEX site, checked 2026-09-22; re-checked 2026-10-23. Always confirm move-in times in the exhibitor manual.
Most AAPEX exhibitors don't get tripped up by the booth — they get tripped up by the logistics at The Venetian Expo: drayage, union labor, and getting freight in and out on time. Here's what to plan for.
Drayage (material handling)
The Venetian Expo (formerly Sands Expo) handles freight through the show's official contractor with CWT-based drayage; the Koval Lane docks serve levels 1 and 2.
Labor at The Venetian Expo
Labor is union-staffed; plan installs around straight-time windows to avoid overtime, and confirm what your team can self-install.
Docks & move-in
Two exhibit levels connected by freight elevators — heavy or oversized displays are easier on Level 1, so flag freight dimensions early.
Our advice for AAPEX
Because exhibits span two levels, lock your hall and level early — it changes freight routing and labor calls. The easiest fix: let us handle the turnkey side — we deliver, install, run on-site support, and dismantle, so drayage and labor are our problem, not yours.
Frequently asked
What is drayage at AAPEX?
Drayage is the material-handling fee for moving your freight from the dock to your booth and back at The Venetian Expo. It's billed by weight through the show's official contractor — plan for it early.
Can you handle the logistics for me?
Yes — our turnkey service covers delivery, install, on-site support, and dismantle, so drayage and labor coordination is on us.
More for AAPEX exhibitors
Exhibitor guides
Exhibiting at AAPEX?
Tell us your booth size — a free quote, usually same day.